Learning Partner - Indigenous Education (K-12)
Leadership and Parent Engagement
Applications are invited for the Learning Partner - Leadership & Parent Engagement (Indigenous Education). Under the direction of the Principal of LPE and working in collaboration with the Indigenous Education Coordinator, the Indigenous Learning partner will provide support, advocacy, and advisory services to Indigenous students, families and staff at K-12 schools within the Ottawa Catholic School Board. This is a full time permanent position and will start on August 31, 2026.

Responsibilities

Collaborate with school board staff, including school administrators, guidance counselors and educators to provide appropriate school and classroom content to best support Indigenous students

Develop and facilitate professional learning for staff and educators regarding appropriate pedagogical practices relating directly to Indigenous knowledge and ways of knowing

Maintain and build relationships with Indigenous community members to support Indigenous & non-Indigenous student learning

Create lessons, units and resources, directly relating to Indigenous ways of knowing, for all grades and across all subjects to implement throughout the system

Liaising with all board departments to support appropriate implementation of Indigenous content throughout the system

Supporting educators in Social Studies with appropriately implementing Indigenous content and ways of knowing

Knowledge and understanding of land-based learning and its relation to Indigenous knowledge and ways of knowing (Etuaptmumk)

Working in collaboration with community partners on the creation of a land camp for use by OCSB staff and students

Providing practice-embedded professional and community learning. This learning should integrate Indigenous pedagogical practices, leveraging digital and rich tasks to engage students in deep learning

Using Google Suites and social media to support effective communication

Required Qualifications, Experience, Knowledge And Skills

Ontario College of Teachers Certificate, in good standing

Lived experience, deeply rooted in local Indigenous communities





A minimum of 1+ years of teaching experience (applicable for postings during the 2026/2027 school year)

An established foundation of relationships and connection to Indigenous community members

Experience working directly with Indigenous students

Understanding the diversity and composition of local Indigenous communities.

Awareness of local community resources and the ability to support students/families/staff in accessing and navigating these resources

Demonstrated ability to be a mentor, advisor and advocate for students

Excellent organizational, collaboration and communication skills

Demonstrated knowledge of the Growing Success Document, the deep learning framework, differentiated instruction and current practices in assessment & evaluation

Demonstrated knowledge of the most current First Nations, Métis and Inuit Studies curriculum and strategies for implementation

Creativity and expertise in leading and successfully implementing new initiatives at the school and/or system level, and the ability to develop partnerships

Demonstrated ability to work effectively in a collaborative, dynamic and creative team environment

Strong technology skills, including Google Suite, social media, and related digital tools to support digital citizenship.

Experience facilitating and presenting to groups of teachers

Willingness to travel across the system

The Following Would Be Considered An Asset

Primary/Junior and/or Intermediate/Secondary qualifications

Ability to speak French, Anishinaabemowin, or other Indigenous languages

Demonstrated knowledge of the OCSB Indigenous Ed Framework

In accordance with Board Policy, this position will be for a three (3) year term. These terms may be extended one year at a time, for up to an additional two (2) years at the discretion of the Director of Education.





The terms and conditions of this position shall be consistent with the terms outlined in the collective agreement and in accordance with Board Policy.

The Ottawa Catholic School Board acknowledges that the land on which our schools are located is the traditional unceded territory of the Algonquin Anishnabek Peoples. We extend our respect to all First Nations, Inuit and Métis Peoples for their valuable past and present contributions to this land.

The Ottawa Catholic School Board is committed to equitable hiring, employment and promotion practices and is dedicated to an inclusive workforce that reflects the diversity of our students and our communities. The OCSB is actively seeking applications from Indigenous peoples, Black and racialized people, persons with disabilities, people from gender diverse communities and/or people with intersectional identities, as well as individuals who can contribute to continuous diversification of ideas.

AI may be utilized throughout the selection and recruitment process.

Information Collection Authority and Purpose: Pursuant to the Municipal Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act (MFIPPA) and the Personal Health Information Protection Act (PHIPA) , personal information is collected under the statutory authority of Section 265(1)(d) of the Education Act , as amended. This information may be utilized for any or all of the primary administrative functions relating to the operational activities of the Ottawa Catholic School Board, including educational programs and services, student records, and interactions with Ministries of the Government of Ontario. The Boards , the , and the supplementary document are accessible on the Boards website at www.ocsb.ca. Inquiries may be directed to the school Principal or to the Privacy Officer, Ottawa Catholic School Board, 570 West Hunt Club Road, Nepean, ON K2G 3R4. Contact information: (phone hidden) | .

Pursuant to the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act, (AODA), if you require accommodations at any time throughout the application process, please contact the Human Resources Department via email at [email protected].

#J-18808-Ljbffr

📌 Expression of Interest: Learning Partner - Indigenous EducationLeadership and Parent En[...] (Quebec City)
🏢 Ottawa Catholic School Board
📍 Quebec City